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Acne and pimples
I am getting so many acne and pimples and also after shaving or waxing getting bumps on my legs and it stays their for so many days after some days it filled with pus and stops remaining their
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Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweets increase it.. Treatment depends on the grade of pimples or acne..So, please send photos by direct online consultation as it's a must to see which grade of pimples or acne for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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Hi this could be follicultis
Require proper antibiotics to prevebt pigmentation and scarring
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Consult with proper pics for proper management
Health Tips
Avoid shaving instead go for laser hair reduction
If you have to shave in the direction of hair growth
Shaving against the direction can lead to ingrown hair and secondary infections
Also apply a moisturiser whistle you shave
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You might be getting folliculitis after shaving. Acne can be managed according to severity by a dermatologist.
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For your concern now, please take a direct online consultation with pictures so as to receive appropriate treatment
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Ensure that the razor you use is fresh, that you use some sort of lotion to shave (shaving cream/coconut oil etc) and shave in the direction of hair and not against it- these r preventive measures
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